The Found Animals Registry® has been purchased by 24Petwatch®, North America’s largest microchip registry. Read more here. Access the registry here.
Pets give us endless love, compassion, and cuddles. They make homes happier and people healthier and bring communities closer together. Our end of the bargain is to provide them with food, shelter, protection, and endless tummy rubs by conducting research, policy initiatives, community partnerships, and impact investments.
Pets reunited with their owners by the Found Animals Registry (from 2005-2021)
Pet adoptions at the Found Animals Adopt & Shop locations (from 2010-2021)
Raised through the Saving Pets Challenge (from 2014-2022)
Students graduated from The Michelson Institute for Pet Professions from 2021-2024, launching them into pet grooming careers
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Since 2008, 43 scientific research projects representing a $19 million+ commitment have been funded by the Michelson Prize & Grants program, all with the goal of developing one or more single-dose, permanent, nonsurgical spay/neuter technologies for companion animals. Included in this portfolio is the development of a single-dose, nonsurgical spay technology for cats that has yielded promising results.
Through the Erika & Robert Brunson Fund, MFA gifted CAMP Clinics a $1 million grant to aid in the opening of a new community clinic, support spay/neuter programs, and train more vets in HQHVSN.
“Since founding Michelson Found Animals in 2005, I have been deeply dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of animals. Our organization's work is grounded in the belief that every pet deserves a loving home and quality care. We will continue to be a leader in animal advocacy, advocating for policies that protect animals and support their well-being.”
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